How far is Waianae, HI from Fern Acres, HI?

The estimated driving distance from Waianae, HI to Fern Acres, HI is about 284.4 miles (457.7 km), with a travel time of about 04h 59m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 241 miles (387.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM HST.
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Road
284.41 mi
04h 59m · estimated
Flight
241.03 mi
387.9 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
241.03 mi
Kilometers
387.9 km
Flight Time
00h 29m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
284.41 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
457.72 km
Drive Time
04h 59m

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Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Fern Acres
Sun, Apr 19, 11:56 AM HST
Return by in Waianae
Sun, Apr 19, 4:55 PM HST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Waianae
2026-04-19T06:57
Arrive Fern Acres
Sun, Apr 19, 11:56 AM HST
Route Timing
04h 59m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM HST
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:59 AM to 12:59 PM HST

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
7:02 AM HST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Waianae
9:00 PM HST
Early departure recommended

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Wailea
HI

City in Maui County, Hawaii, United States of America

From Waianae
120.5 mi
02h 29m
To Fern Acres
163.9 mi
02h 29m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
Waianae Weather
HI
Live fallback forecast
73°F
Overnight
Using Mākaha as the closest live forecast in the Honolulu County weather hub.

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 5:00 AM HST
Wind
3 mph E
Destination
73°F
Sunday

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM HST
Wind
8 mph ENE

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Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
04h 59m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
09h 58m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+43.4 mi
241 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Wailea
02h 29m from Waianae
Leave By
7:02 AM HST
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy leaving Waianae and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Fern Acres.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Waianae to Fern Acres?

The road trip is about 284.4 miles (457.7 km) and usually takes 04h 59m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Wailea is a useful midpoint, sitting about 120.5 miles from Waianae and 163.9 miles from Fern Acres.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 241 miles (387.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 43.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM HST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:02 AM HST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $49.71 one way or $99.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 89.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Waianae and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Fern Acres.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Waianae and Fern Acres. Straight-line distance: 241.03 mi (387.9 km).

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#1 Waianae

Census designated place in Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States

Population13,177
Coordinates21.4378500, -158.1855500
Altitude5
CountryUnited States
Fern Acres

#2 Fern Acres

City in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States of America

Population1,504
Coordinates19.5122200, -155.0802800
Altitude467
CountryUnited States
Start: Waianae (-158.18555, 21.43785)
End: Fern Acres (-155.08028, 19.51222)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 458 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)09h 28m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)07h 06m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 41m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 44m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)04h 03m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 32m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
10.04 gal
37.99 L · about $49.71
Round trip
$99.42
20.08 gal · 75.98 L
Estimated CO2
89.2 kg one way
Round trip: 178.5 kg / 394 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $49.71 $99.42
Mid-grade $5.34 $53.59 $107.19
Premium $5.57 $55.88 $111.77
Diesel $6.37 $63.91 $127.83

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Hawaii · Apr 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Waianae and Fern Acres. The current time is 06:57:03.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.